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Answers to the most common questions about Spanish immigration
To work remotely in Spain you need the digital nomad visa (officially called "telework visa"). It requires minimum income of €33,152/year, prior 3-month work relationship, and private health insurance. Allows residence in Spain for up to 3 years.
Processing times vary by visa type: student visa (2-4 weeks), digital nomad visa (20 business days from Spain, 10 days from abroad), work visa (1-3 months). We recommend applying 2-3 months in advance.
Yes, most Spanish visas allow family reunification. You can include spouse, minor children, and in some cases dependent parents. With digital nomad visa, your family can also work in Spain. Requires additional income and specific documentation.
It's not mandatory for most visas, but highly recommended for daily life. Cities like Madrid and Barcelona have large international communities. For permanent residence and citizenship you will need to demonstrate basic Spanish proficiency.
Costs vary by city: Madrid/Barcelona (€1,200-1,800/month), Valencia/Sevilla (€800-1,200/month), smaller cities (€600-900/month). Includes housing, food, transport and personal expenses. Spain is generally 30-50% cheaper than cities like London or Paris.
After 5 years of continuous legal residence you can apply for long-term residence. For citizenship you need 10 years (2 years for Latin Americans). You must demonstrate integration, basic Spanish knowledge, and have a clean criminal record.
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